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TV Serial Actress Found Dead In Bengaluru

A native of Kottur in Vijaynagar district, Nandini shifted to Bengaluru in 2019. She discontinued her engineering course to take-up her career in

Red line crossed? China fires back, unleashes live-fire drills after US-Japan boost Taiwans defence

AAP demands closure of toll plazas to combat pollution

Will Knock The Hell Out : Trump Threatens Iran Over Nuclear Enrichment

President Donald Trump warned Iran against reconstituting its nuclear program Monday as he welcomed Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to

Flights, trains disrupted as dense fog reduces visibility in Delhi

128 flights cancelled, 8 diverted, several trains reported running late; many areas record visibility of less than 50 metres even as air turns ha

19-Year-Old BTech Student Dies by Suicide in Anantapur District

Charan, a first-year BTech student at a private college in Anantapur, was found hanging from a tree in an agricultural field in his village.

Will D4vd be indicted? What the grand jury is deciding in the Celeste Rivas murder investigation

D4vd Celeste Rivas murder case: Los Angeles prosecutors are moving closer to a possible indictment of D4vd as a grand jury reviews evidence in th

GHMC Sanitation Drive to Clean Foot Over Bridges

Elsewhere, the Prajavani programme where residents can air grievances was held at some GHMC offices including at its new zones.

China Manja Sale Busted In LB Nagar

Police said the arrest followed information received regarding the sale of the illegal manja. Sub-inspector D. Narsaiah, after approvals, interce

BIG update about Ajay Devgn's Golmaal 5, Rohit Shetty film to be fantasy comedy with female villain, this actor to make his comeback

Rohit Shetty's Golmaal series revolves around a group of mischievous, aimless friends, Gopal (Ajay Devgn), Madhav (Arshad Warsi), Laxman (Shreyas

SIR hearings disrupted in Bengal, EC observer's car attacked

Missing Woman Traced in Five Hours After Landing at RGIA

After a quick investigation, police identified that she had booked a cab.

BJP and Shiv Sena finalise 137-90 seat formula for BMC polls

Sridhar Babu, Kumar Birla To Join BITSAA Meet On January 10

Governor Jishnu Dev Varma will inaugurate the conference on January 9.

New Year Bonanza for NIMS Staff as Earned Leave Encashment Scheme Gets Nod

Nims employees drawing AIIMS (Central) pay scales had been seeking the facility for several years.

Clubs, Bars Raided to Curb Drug Use

According to DCP Vaibhav Gaikwad, the H-NEW has formed multiple special cluster teams that were conducting discreet checks at the establishments

3 payments in December: Why Social Security and SSI checks are arriving early before New Years Day & who gets a bigger check on December 31

Social Security payments December 2025: Millions of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will receive their January 2026 payment early o

FIFA received 150 million World Cup ticket requests, Infantino says

This month fan groups criticised the cost of tickets, which were several times more expensive than those for similar matches at the 2022 tourname

Fire breaks out at industrial building near Kallayi

Is 3I/ATLAS really no ordinary comet? Wobbly double jets fuel wild alien debate

The interstellar object 3I/ATLAS has spotted global attention because of its rotating double jet structure. The majority of the astronomers defin

Trump, Netanyahu meet in Florida to discuss Gaza, Iran

The two leaders also discussed Iran, with Trump saying that if Tehran rebuilt its nuclear facilities the United States would knock them down.

Hung council poses challenge for LDF in standing committee polls in Kozhikode Corporation

DC Edit | Justice Above Technicalities

Rape is one of the worst offences that puts the victim through long-term physical, psychological, and emotional trauma. If the public authorities

Didi: I Dont Appease, I Practise Secularism

Sharing details of Durga Angan project, she informed that the destination spread across two lakh sq ft can accommodate one lakh visitors daily.

Sunitha Moves SC Against Yadavs Win In JH Bypoll

The petitioner said that she had secured the second highest number of votes in the election and that, had Yadavs nomination been rejected in acco

Bars, Pubs To Face Action if Patrons Caught Drunk Driving on New Years Eve

Drunk driving, rash driving and ride refusals to attract strict penalties

Trump Says US Hit Docking Area For Alleged Venezuela Drug Boats

Donald Trump said Monday the United States had hit and destroyed a docking area for alleged Venezuela drug-running boats -- in what could amount

Will Drive Illegals Out of the Country: Shah

Shah also accused previous Congress governments of failing to honour the sacrifices made during the Assam Movement.

Vishwamanava Day: Kuvempus thoughts and values hailed as guiding light for society

Revanth: Get Ready for BRS in Assembly

Tells ministers, MLAs to counter allegations

Cylinder explosion at PG in Kundalahalli kills man, injures 3

Delhi HC grants bail to influencer Sandeepa Virk in money laundering case

One of the best wins ofmy career, says Rithvik

Currently world-ranked 88 in singles, Rithvik plans to compete in more BWF Super 300 or higher tournaments and aims to be in the worlds top 20 by

Is DMK-Congress Alliance on Shaky Ground?

Debt comments trigger alliance tensions as TNCC reaffirms tie-up with DMK

DC Edit | In 2025, India Awoke To Power Of Independence

The narrative of the near war that India and Pakistan fought for four days in May might have two versions

Trump Says He Was Very Angry Over Alleged Ukraine Attack On Putin Residence

US President Donald Trump on Monday said Russian President Vladimir Putin told him Ukraine tried to attack Putin's residence in northern Russia,

New Year tradition explained: Why people eat 12 grapes at midnight

Spain has a unique New Year tradition where people eat 12 grapes at midnight. Each grape stands for one month of the year and is believed to brin

State Names Advisers For Yoga, Mass Communication And Endowments

Chief Secretary K. Vijayanand issued orders appointing the advisers.

Bathukamma Award for Gnapakalu

Consolation prizes awarded to Kalakarudu, Nightingale on Wheels, Varasudu, Praja Prabhutvam and special jury prizes to God ela brathakali and Son

HYDRAA Fences Off Rs.13 Crore Miyapur Park

Residents of Ushodaya Enclave have been demanding the restoration of the park for a long period of time, but local authorities failed to act desp

Harish Says Uttam Failed as Irrigation Minister

The BRS government, Harish Rao said, secured seven crucial permissions for irrigation projects. The Congress government failed to secure even a s

Four killed, 9 hurt as reversing BEST bus crashes into pedestrians in Mumbai's Bhandup

The incident took place at around 10 p.m .at busy Station Road in suburban Bhandup (West) when the bus crashed into pedestrians while reversing

Rangasamy Seeks 25% Quota For Pondy Natives In Pondicherry University Courses

In the memorandum, Rangasamy said the demand for reservation had been pending for several decades and reflected the aspirations of the government

Murders in Avadi Police Commissionerate have reduced this year: CoP

Thought of the day by General George S Patton: Courage is fear holding on a minute longer

General George S. Patton Jr., a prominent and controversial World War II commander, was renowned for his aggressive leadership and belief in offe

Who could replace Karoline Leavitt during her maternity leave? Here are some names doing the rounds

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced her second pregnancy, prompting speculation about who will fill her role during maternity

On Humanitarian Grounds: Karnataka To Rehouse Families Hit By Bengaluru Demolition Drive

The Karnataka government on Monday decided to provide alternate housing to those genuine homeless whose illegally constructed houses or sheds wer

DNA TV Show: Why Israel does not want Asim Munir's troops in Gaza peacekeeping force?

United States President Donald Trump mediated to formulate a Gaza peace plan to stop the yearslong conflict between Israel and Hamas in the Pales

Jupalli Blames Centre for Urea Shortage in Telangana

Responding to Bodh MLA Anil Jadhav, Krishna Rao said that the state government had taken the problems of soybean farmers to the attention of the

CAT removes BrahMos CEO Jaiteerth R Joshi, asks defence ministry to reconsider senior scientist for top post

NEW DELHI: In a rare intervention, the Hyderabad bench of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) on Monday removed the current Director Genera

Irukulla Manga Named AMC Chairperson in Asifabad

Manga is a senior Congress leader and a former district Mahila Congress president

Trump says US would strike again if Iran is rebuilding nuclear program

President Trump warned Iran against rebuilding its nuclear program, stating the U.S. would launch swift and forceful attacks if they proceed. Whi

RIL denies report on govt seeking $30 billion compensation

Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has denied a Reuters report claiming the government sought $30 billion in compensation for gas production short

Explained: Is Peace In Ukraine Any Closer After Trump-Zelensky Talks?

US President Donald Trump met his Ukrainian counterpart Volodymyr Zelenskiy on Sunday and said the two were maybe very close to a deal to end the

LIVE: US President Donald Trump meets Israeli PM Netanyahu to discuss Gaza Ceasefire 2nd phase

As 2025 Wraps Up, People Look for Slower Transition

Psychologists say winter, reflection and fatigue shape the quiet days before the New Year

From law to teakwood: Barabanki entrepreneur scales a furniture venture

Laxmi Narayan, a former advocate from Barabanki, explains how an interest-free loan which formalise and expand his teakwood furniture startup.

'Israel Might Not Exist Without Netanyahu As PM': Trump's Big Praise

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu arrived in Florida for a meeting with Donald Trump on Monday, with the US president pushing to move to

Sarsatpur to store shelves: Farmer turns founder with namkeen microenterprise

Sarsatpur to store shelves: Farmer turns founder with namkeen microenterprise

Why inclusion drives business growth

Progress may face resistance, but equality continues to hold firm. For businesses, this is a reminder that inclusion is not a seasonal gesture bu

Vaishno Devi Pilgrimage Sees Dip Over Security Concerns, Bad Weather

The pilgrim footfall at the Mata Vaishno Devi shrine atop Trikuta hills in Reasi district of Jammu and Kashmir fell below the 70-lakh mark in 202

Why your year-end bonus looks lighter this year taxes, fees and hidden deductions explained

Bonus tax withholding: Americans opening year-end bonus statements face a shock. A large chunk of extra pay vanishes immediately due to tax rules

Lifes Still Unfair: Frankie Muniz returns as Malcolm in first look at long-awaited reboot

Malcolm in the Middle is making a comeback with a limited revival that revisits the popularly dysfunctional family years following the original s

Man Arrested For Abusive Online Post Against Bengali Actor After Messi Chaos

The police have arrested a man from Bihar for allegedly posting abusive and obscene comments on social media targeting Bengali actress Shubhashre

Collection of short stories that strikes a chord with music lovers

Letters to The Editor December 30, 2025

L. Murugan urges Union govt. to rename Tuticorin airport

Ponguleti Wants Collectors to Evict Land Grabbers

Ponguleti suggested that revenue land be transferred to the defence ministry where necessary, and alternative land be taken from them in return,

State spends more than 1,500 cr. on high-end procedures under CMCHIS

Shiromani Akali Dal: Back in the game in Punjab

The SADs revival and its possible alliance with the BJP could change equations

Model conduct: on India, AI use

India must improve access to AI resources, and upskill its workforce

A new twist in the Charlie Kirk case: why is a judge releasing hearing records in the Turning Point USA shooting, and what it means for Tyler Robinson

A federal judge in Utah has greenlit the public release of redacted transcripts and audio from a sealed hearing in the high-profile shooting case

AP Extends Liquor Sale Hours For New Year Celebrations

As per the orders, liquor retail shops will be allowed to sell liquor up to 12 midnight, while bars will be permitted to serve liquor up to 1 am

Vishnu Temples Get Ready for Vaikunta Ekadashi

Rare shrine worships Lord Venkateswara and Shiva Lingam in the same sanctum

The quiet foundations for Indias next growth phase

In a quiet and cumulative way, Reform Express 2025 is sowing the seeds of the next phase of Indias double-digit growth

As BMC Polls Loom, Thackerays Accuse BJP Of Bid To Break Mumbai

Some people are dreaming of breaking Mumbai away from Maharashtra. This dream must be crushed: Raj Thackeray

Politically Motivated: Imran Khan, Bushra Bibi Challenge 17-Year Jail Term

PTI founder and former prime minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi on Monday filed separate appeals before the Islamabad High Court (IHC),

India Successfully Tests 120-Km Range Pinaka Rocket In Odisha

The maiden flight test of Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket (LRGR 120) was conducted successfully at the Integrated Test Range in Odisha's Chandipu

Special CS reviews High Court complex works at Rajendranagar site

Lululemon founder Chip Wilson launches proxy fight for board shakeup

Lululemon founder Chip Wilson has launched a proxy fight by nominating three independent directors to the companys board, days after the athleisu

AP: NGO Seeks Government Action Against Killing of Stray Dogs

Referring to recent Supreme Court directions, Gopal said stray dogs could be relocated only to designated shelters after proper sterilisation and

Mindless bombing: on the U.S. and Nigeria bombings

Trumps military strikes and religious rhetoric will worsen situation in Nigeria

2025 in the rearview: A year of tumult and triumph

India's economy in 2025 faced challenges from US tariffs and foreign investor exits. Despite these, domestic demand and reforms fueled strong gro

Four killed, nine hurt as reversing BEST bus crashes into pedestrians in Mumbai's Bhandup

MUMBAI: Four people, including three women, died and nine others were injured after a reversing bus of Mumbai's civic-run transport undertaking B

Invalidate all forms of unilateral talaq

Only the Koranic process, which may be made gender-neutral, must be retained

Judge: Clients Coming Fully Prepared

Lawyers formed the first and most crucial step in delivering justice to the people, Justice Narasimha said, addressing a discussion with lawyers

CM Urges Devotees To Serve As Srivari Sevaks in All Temples

CM seeks local volunteers, reviews key departments at Secretariat RTGS facility

Has U.S. attacked Venezuela? Check what White House, Pentagon, CIA are saying on President Donald Trump remarks

President Donald Trump did not offer any additional details in the interview, including what kind of attack may have occurred.

Bharatiya Vigyan Sammelan Concludes At NSU Tirupati

The national-level four-day meeting concluded on Monday after elaborate discussions on science, innovation and the nations knowledge traditions:

Congress hails Supreme Court directions on Kuldeep Sengar, Aravalli

Congress welcomed the Supreme Court's stay on the acquittal of Unnao rape convict Kuldeep Sengar, with Alka Lamba calling it a victory for justic